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Widene Family History

Widene Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Widen, Widener, Wien, Iden, Wilden, Kiene, Wisener, Weiden, Filene

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Census Records

There are 43 census records available for the last name Widene. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Widene census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 7 immigration records available for the last name Widene. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 1 military records available for the last name Widene. For the veterans among your Widene ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Widene lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1995, in the United States, Widene life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Widene in 1984 was 74, and 45 in 1995.

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